The St. Pancras Renaissance Is Rebranding—And Losing One of Its Best Perks

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The St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London is about to enter a new era—one that comes with a new name, a new Marriott brand, and the closure of one of its most coveted elite perks.

A Rebrand in the Works

Starting June 3rd, 2025, the St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London will officially become St. Pancras London, Autograph Collection. According to the hotel’s communication with guests, this rebranding marks “a new chapter” in its history, as it moves away from the Renaissance brand.

This isn’t just a cosmetic change. Marriott’s Autograph Collection comprises boutique-style properties that don’t neatly fit into any of the chain’s more standardized offerings. As Marriott puts it:

Each hotel in our collection is inspired by a clear vision, soul, and story. This creates elements so impactful you can feel the devotion in every sinew of the experience.

Frankly, this shift makes a lot of sense. The St. Pancras property—set inside one of London’s most architecturally stunning Victorian landmarks—has always stood apart from the average Renaissance. It’s long been more about grandeur than brand consistency.

Say Goodbye to the Chambers Club

Along with the rebrand comes news that’s a major blow for Marriott Bonvoy elites: the Chambers Club lounge will be permanently closing on June 3rd, the same day the reflagging takes place. According to a recent email from the hotel, the lounge is being shuttered for future renovation, but there is no timeline or guarantee that it will ever reopen.

We’ve stayed at this hotel before, and during one of our visits, we splurged on a Junior Suite in the Chambers Wing, which came with club access. The lounge added real value to the stay, and it’s a shame to see it go without a firm replacement plan.

Reactions From the Bonvoy Community

Over on FlyerTalk, this news has sparked a lot of discussion—and disappointment. Many longtime fans of the hotel have noted that the Chambers Club was one of the property’s major selling points, particularly for elite members using points or Free Night Certificates. With the closure, the hotel becomes a tougher sell for those who relied on those benefits.

A Glimpse at What’s Next

According to Red Construction Group, the hotel is undergoing broader updates as part of this rebranding effort. One of those updates already happened in 2021, when the property’s Booking Office restaurant got a full refresh. If that’s any indication, the rest of the renovation could be stunning, though possibly more style than substance for Bonvoy elites.

We’re Fans of the Autograph Collection

While we’re sad to see the Chambers Club go, we’re not upset about the shift to Autograph Collection. We’ve stayed at several Autograph properties over the years and have generally enjoyed them. What draws us in is that they’re often unique, non-cookie-cutter hotels, just like St. Pancras has always been.

If you’re curious, here are a few of the Autograph Collection hotels we’ve stayed at and reviewed:

• The Epicurean Hotel in Tampa – Conveniently located and just across from one of our favorite steakhouses.
• The EnVue in Weehawken, NJ – A property with absolutely breathtaking views of Manhattan.
• Hotel Adagio in San Francisco – A charming spot with Art Deco touches and a memorable stay, even if the surrounding neighborhood isn’t ideal.

Each one offered something a little different, and that’s what the Autograph Collection is supposed to be about. In that sense, St. Pancras is probably better aligned with this brand than it ever was with Renaissance.

Pop Culture Meets Victorian Luxury

Beyond its luxury and location, the St. Pancras hotel is a bit of a celebrity in its own right. If something about it looks familiar, it might be because it served as the setting for the Spice Girls’ iconic “Wannabe” music video. The sweeping staircase and Gothic arches make it one of the most photogenic hotels in London—and it knows it.

Final Thought

The St. Pancras Renaissance has always been a bit of an outlier in the Marriott portfolio—grand, distinctive, and architecturally iconic. Moving to the Autograph Collection seems like a better thematic fit, but for Marriott Bonvoy elites, the loss of the Chambers Club removes a major value proposition. If you have a stay booked, manage your expectations—or consider other nearby hotels if elite benefits were the main reason for choosing this property.

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